Maintenance Tech

Bunzl Distribution NA; Piperton (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K with company match

Get paid early / flexible pay access

Job summary

Bunzl Safety is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our Piperton, TN facility. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of warehouse machinery and facility systems to keep operations running smoothly.

The position requires hands-on problem solving, strong mechanical/electrical knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment with regular hours Monday to Friday. Overtime may be required based on needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of maintenance experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance practices.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing devices.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance procedures, equipment manuals, and safety guidelines.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivated with good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on warehouse equipment, conveyors, powered industrial equipment, and dock plates.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and facility systems.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine effective repair solutions.
• Repair and replace defective components using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Conduct forklift inspections and perform routine maintenance according to established checklists.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, wiring, and related components.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust machinery to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Operate welding or cutting equipment as needed to repair or fabricate components.
• Test, inspect, and evaluate equipment to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and operational maintenance needs.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams to support productivity and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Time management

Reading manuals

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing devices

Job description

Bunzl Safety is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for our facility in Piperton, TN. The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our warehouse operations. This position is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and repairing facility systems and material handling equipment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7am-4pm (overtime is based on company needs)

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining warehouse equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support uninterrupted operations. This role performs preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, forklifts, dock equipment, electrical systems, plumbing, and other mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will diagnose equipment issues, complete repairs safely and efficiently, and help ensure compliance with company safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on warehouse equipment, conveyors, powered industrial equipment, and dock plates.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and facility systems.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine effective repair solutions.
• Repair and replace defective components using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Conduct forklift inspections and perform routine maintenance according to established checklists.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, wiring, and related components.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust machinery to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Operate welding or cutting equipment as needed to repair or fabricate components.
• Test, inspect, and evaluate equipment to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and operational maintenance needs.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams to support productivity and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance practices.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing devices.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance procedures, equipment manuals, and safety guidelines.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining conveyors, powered industrial trucks, dock plates, and material handling equipment.
• Welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Forklift maintenance experience.
• Technical certifications related to maintenance, electrical systems, or industrial equipment.

Get Paid When You Need It!

• Access to a portion of your earned wages before payday
• Convenient pay card option - no bank account required
• Take control of your finances with flexible pay access

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl North America operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®.

At Bunzl, you’ll find

Unlimited Potential… your career, our future.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities